Average Rent in Fitchburg, MA↑ Rents rising 8.6% YoY

Fitchburg, MA has rental prices ranging from $1,323/month to $2,828/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,571/month — 12% above the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $93,561/year, spending $1,571/month on a 1-bedroom represents 20% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Fitchburg Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,900/month, Fitchburg ranks #13 most expensive of the 22 cities tracked in Massachusetts — pricier than 96% of all US cities in our data.

The Fitchburg Rental Market

The Fitchburg, MA area has a population of about 861,664 and 34% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Fitchburg, MA have risen by $151/month (8.6%) over the past year, from $1,749 to $1,900. This rate of increase is significant and reflects strong rental demand and limited housing supply in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Fitchburg, MA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $62,840. The local median household income of $93,561 exceeds that threshold by $30,721, making Fitchburg relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Rent vs. Buy

The median home value in Fitchburg, MA is $399,752, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 17.5. With a break-even horizon of approximately 18 years, renting is likely the more financially prudent option for most residents unless they plan to stay long-term.

Is Fitchburg, MA Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Rent or Buy in Fitchburg?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Living in Fitchburg

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